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VISION BATTERY

VISION Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION MANUFACTURER'S NAME: SHENZHEN CENTER POWER TECH CO.LTD

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO.: 86-755-84318088

ADDRESS: CENTER POWER INDUSTRIAL PARK TONGFU INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT DAPENG TOWN CHINA

OTHER INFORMATION CALLS: 86-755-84318031

PERSON RESPONSIBLE

FOR PREPARATION Shouzhong Yi, Safety, Health & Environmental Affairs Manager

Revised Date: JUNE 30, 2010

SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS C.A.S.

PRINCIPAL HAZARDOUS COMPONENT(S) (chemical & common name(s)

Hazard Category

% Weight

ACGIH TLV - mg/m3

OSHA PEL/TWA - mg/m3

7439-92-1 Lead/Lead Oxide (Litharge)/Lead Sulfate Acute-Chronic 60-70 0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3

7440-70-2 Calcium (lead calcium alloy) Reactive <0.15 Not Established Not Established

7440-31-5 Tin Chronic <1 2 2

7440-38-2 Arsenic (inorganic) Acute-Chronic <1 0.01 0.01

7664-93-9 Sulfuric Acid (Battery Electrolyte) Reactive-Oxidizer

Acute -Chronic

10-15 1.0 1.0

Not applicable Inert Ingredients Not applicable <6 Not Applicable Not Applicable Note: PEL’s for Individual states may differ from OSHA’s PEL’s. Check with local authorities for the applicable state PEL’s. OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration; ACGIH – American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; NIOSH – National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. COMMON NAME: (Used on label) Valve Regulated Lead-acid Battery (Trade Name & Synonyms) VRB, VRLA, SLAB, Recombinant lead acid: RG, GPL, AGM, PVX or FD Series, D8565 series Chemical Family: Toxic and Corrosive Material Mixture Chemical Formula: Lead/Acid Name: Battery, Storage, Lead Acid, Valve Regulated SECTION 3 -- HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

1. Acute Hazards

Do not open battery. Avoid contact with internal components. Internal components include lead and absorbed electrolyte. Electrolyte - Electrolyte is corrosive and contact may cause skin irritation and chemical burns. Electrolyte causes severe irritation and burns of eyes, nose and throat. Ingestion can cause severe burns and vomiting. Lead - Direct skin or eye contact may cause local irritation. Inhalation or ingestion of lead dust or fumes may result in headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal spasms, fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight loss, anemia and leg, arm and joint pain.

2. Subchronic and Chronic Health Effects

Electrolyte - Repeated contact with electrolyte causes irritation and skin burns. Repeated exposure to mist may cause erosion of teeth, chronic eye irritation and/or chronic inflammation of the nose, throat and lungs.

Lead - Prolonged exposure may cause central nervous system damage, gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, irritability, metallic taste, insomnia, wrist-drop, kidney dysfunction and reproductive system disturbances. Pregnant women should be protected from excessive exposure to prevent lead from crossing the placental barrier and causing infant neurological disorders. California Proposition 65 Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm, and during charging, strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid are evolved, a chemical Known to the State of California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Contact with internal components if battery is broken or opened, then persons with the following medical conditions must take precautions: pulmonary edema, bronchitis, emphysema, dental erosion and tracheobronchitis.

Routes of Entry

Inhalation - YES Ingestion – YES

Eye Contact- YES

Chemical(s) Listed as Carcinogen or potential Carcinogen

Proposition 65 - YES National Toxicology Program - YES

I.A.R.C. Monographs - YES

O.S.H.A. - NO

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SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES Emergency and First Aid Procedures

Contact with internal components if battery is opened/broken.

1. Inhalation Remove to fresh air and provide medical oxygen/CPR if needed. Obtain medical attention.

2. Eyes Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open. Obtain medical attention.

3. Skin Flush contacted area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and obtain medical attention if necessary.

4. Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. If conscious drink large amounts of water/milk. Obtain medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

SECTION 5 - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Flash Point – Not Applicable

Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: Not Applicable

Extinguishing Media – Class ABC, CO2, Halon

Auto-Ignition 675°F (polypropylene) Temperature

Special Fire Fighting Procedures

Lead/acid batteries do not burn, or burn with difficulty. Do not use water on fires where molten metal is present. Extinguish fire with agent suitable for surrounding combustible materials. Cool exterior of battery if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. The acid mist and vapors generated by heat or fire are corrosive. Use NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment operated in positive-pressure mode.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards

Sulfuric acid vapors are generated upon overcharge and polypropylene case failure. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid open flames/sparks/other sources of ignition near battery.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Procedures for Cleanup. Avoid contact with any spilled material. Contain spill, isolate hazard area, and deny entry. Limit site access to emergency responders. Neutralize with sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, lime or other neutralizing agent. Place battery in suitable container for disposal. Dispose of contaminated material in accordance with applicable local, state and federal regulations. Sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, sand, lime or other neutralizing agent should be kept on-site for spill remediation. Personal Precautions: Acid resistant aprons, boots and protective clothing. ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields/face shield recommended. Environmental Precautions: Lead and its compounds and sulfuric acid can pose a severe threat to the environment. Contamination of water, soil and air should be prevented.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage

Store away from reactive materials, open flames and sources of ignition as defined in Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity Data. Store batteries in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas. Batteries should be stored under roof for protection against adverse weather conditions. Avoid damage to containers.

Other Precautions GOOD PERSONAL HYGIENE AND WORK PRACTICES ARE MANDATORY. Refrain from eating, drinking or smoking in work areas. Thoroughly wash hands, face, neck and arms, before eating, drinking and smoking. Work clothes and equipment should remain in designated lead contaminated areas, and never taken home or laundered with personal clothing. Wash soiled clothing, work clothes and equipment before reuse.

SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)

None required under normal conditions. Acid/gas NIOSH approved respirator is required when the PEL is exceeded or employee experiences respiratory irritation.

Ventilation Store and handle in dry ventilated area.

Local Exhaust

When PEL is exceeded. Mechanical (General)

Not Applicable

Protective Gloves

Wear rubber or plastic acid resistant gloves. Eye Protection ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields/face shield recommended

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment

Safety shower and eyewash.

SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Boiling Point: Not Applicable Vapor Not Applicable

Pressure Specific 1.250-1.320 pH <2 Gravity

Melting Point: >320°F (polypropylene)

Percent Volatile Not Applicable By Volume

Vapor Hydrogen: 0.069 (Air =1) Density Electrolyte: 3.4 @ STP (Air = 1)

Evaporation Not applicable Rate

Solubility 100% soluble (electrolyte) In water

Reactivity in Water Electrolyte – Water Reactive (1)

Appearance and Odor: Battery: Co-polymer polypropylene, solid; may be contained within an outer casing of aluminum or steel. Case has metal terminals. Lead: Gray, metallic, solid; brown/grey oxide Electrolyte: Odorless, liquid absorbed in glass mat material. No apparent odor.

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: Avoid overcharging and smoking, or sparks near battery surface. High temperatures-cases decompose at >320°F. Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)

Sparks, open flames, keep battery away from strong oxidizers.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Combustion can produce carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.

Hazardous Polymerization

Hazardous Polymerization has not been reported.

SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION GENERAL: The primary routes of exposure to lead are ingestion or inhalation of dust and fumes. ACUTE: INHALATION/INGESTION: Exposure to lead and its compounds may cause headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal spasms, fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight loss, anemia, and pain in the legs, arms and joints. Kidney damage, as well as anemia, can occur from acute exposure.

CHRONIC: INHALATION/INGESTION: Prolonged exposure to lead and its compounds may produce many of the symptoms of short-term exposure and may also cause central nervous system damage, gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, and wrist drop. Symptoms of central nervous system damage include fatigue, headaches, tremors, hypertension, hallucination, convulsions and delirium. Kidney dysfunction and possible injury has also been associated with chronic lead poisoning. Chronic over-exposure to lead has been implicated as a causative agent for the impairment of male and female reproductive capacity, but there is at present, no substantiation of the implication. Pregnant women should be protected from excessive exposure. Lead can cross the placental barrier and unborn children may suffer neurological damage or developmental problems due to excessive lead exposure in pregnant women.

SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION In most surface water and groundwater, lead forms compounds with anions such as hydroxides, carbonates, sulfates, and phosphates, and precipitates out of the water column. Lead may occur as sorbed ions or surface coatings on sediment mineral particles or may be carried in colloidal particles in surface water. Most lead is strongly retained in soil, resulting in little mobility. Lead may be immobilized by ion exchange with hydrous oxides or clays or by chelation with humic or fulvic acids in the soil. Lead (dissolved phase) is bioaccumulated by plants and animals, both aquatic and terrestrial.

SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Lead-acid batteries are completely recyclable. Return whole scrap batteries to distributor, manufacturer or lead smelter for recycling. For information on returning batteries to Concorde Battery for recycling call 626-813-1234. For neutralized spills, place residue in acid-resistant containers with sorbent material, sand or earth and dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations for acid and lead compounds. Contact local and/or state environmental officials regarding disposal information.

SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION All Vision AGM, CP, FM,CL series and CTA series are valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) batteries. Vision's VRLA batteries have passed vibration, pressure differential and free flowing acid tests under CFR 49 173.159(d) and meet IATA Special Provisions A48 and A67. The batteries are securely packaged, protected from short circuits and labeled "Non-Spillable." Vision's VRLA batteries are suitable for DOT Hazardous Material Regulations and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulation and meet the special provision 238. in IMDG code. Note: The shipper has the option of shipping the batteries Hazmat regulated under UN2800. Additional labeling and paperwork would be required. See CFR 49 and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations for more information. U.S. DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Batteries, wet, non-spillable U.S. DOT HAZARD CLASS: 8 U.S. DOT ID NUMBER: UN2800 OR Excepted from the requirements because batteries have passed the Vibration and U.S. DOT PACKING GROUP: III Pressure Differential performance tests, and ruptured case test for Nonspillable

designation. U.S. DOT LABEL: CORROSIVE IMO PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Batteries, wet, non-spillable Ems # - F-A, S-B IMO U.N. CLASS: 8 IMO U.N. NUMBER: UN 2800 IMO LABEL: CORROSIVE IMO VESSEL STOWAGE: A

IATA PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Batteries, wet, non-spillable Excepted from the requirements because batteries have passed the vibration and pressure IATA U.N. CLASS: 8 OR differential performance tests, and ruptured case test for nonspillable designation. And, when IATA U.N. NUMBER: UN 2800 packaged for transport, the terminals are protected from short circuit. IATA LABEL: CORROSIVE ERG Code – 8L

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION U.S. HAZARDOUS UNDER HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: LEAD - YES ARSENIC – YES SULFURIC ACID – YES INGREDIENTS LISTED ON TSCA INVENTORY: YES CERCLA SECTION 304 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES: LEAD – YES RQ: N/A* ARSENIC – YES RQ: 1 POUND SULFURIC ACID – YES RQ: 1000 POUNDS * RQ: REPORTING NOT REQUIRED WHEN DIAMETER OF THE PIECES OF SOLID METAL RELEASED IS EQUAL TO OR EXCEEDS 100 µm (micrometers). EPCRA SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE: SULFURIC ACID – YES EPCRA SECTION 313 TOXIC RELEASE INVENTORY: LEAD – CAS NO: 7439-92-1 ARSENIC – CAS NO: 7440-38-2 SULFURIC ACID – CAS NO: 7664-93-9

SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION THE INFORMATION ABOVE IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTS THE BEST INFORMATION CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US.

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The data/information contained herein has been reviewed and approved for general release on the basis that this document contains no export-controlled information.

FORM MSDS REV. 06/30/2010